Fair Trade Market

What: First Presbyterian Church will host Ten Thousand Villages and Thistle Farms as they display fair trade items for sale. Coffee and chocolate will also be available.

When: 9 a.m.-1 pm. Sunday, Nov. 18

Where: First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 313 Main St.

Contact: 931-801-1675 or 931-645-6551

Christmas on the Cumberland

What: Christmas on the Cumberland's grand opening ceremony, with official lighting by Mayor Kim McMillan, plus Santa Claus and refreshments from vendors.

When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20

Where: McGregor Park's RiverWalk.

Ongoing: Christmas on the Cumberland will be open 5-10 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays and 5-11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays through Jan. 5. Admission free. Family-friendly activities will take place multiple Fridays and Saturdays from 6-8 p.m. Go to www.cityofclarksville.com for a schedule.

Christmas for the Kids

What: Asking the community and local stores to donate new and gently used toys and clothes for children in need.

When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Dec. 15

Where: Love Center, 636 Main St.

Contact: Rev. Monica Mitchell at 931-436-7363 or 931-542-2718.

AFS-USA opportunities for high school students to study abroad

What: Application deadlines are drawing near for high school students who wish to take advantage of going on exchanges abroad. Scholarship funding goes early. Students should apply now.

When: The AFS-USA foreign exchanges may be for semester, summer, community service, gap (year after high school) and year long home and language stays. Many scholarships are available through AFS-USA. Note this information.

All Outbound Sponsored Programs applications are now available! Deadlines are as follows: